MyFishFinder.com Just like iceshanty but warmer
Tie on as many tiny hooks as you are allowed by law. Space them 4-6 inches apart. Sinker on the tag end of the line. Tip each hook with a wad of cotton from a regular old cotton ball. The smelt will hit them and their tiny teeth get stuck in the cotton. works great and you generally don't have to struggle getting a hook out.